FAA still maintains shampoo can be more dangerous than exploding Note 7

The Federal Aviation Administration is
announcing new air passenger carry-on guidelines. Sadly, though, the
authorities are not altering the terrorism-repelling edict prohibiting
fliers from carrying on shampoo or other liquids and gels in containers
larger than 3.4 ounces.

The FAA, however, announced late Thursday that
it will still allow you to bring your exploding Note 7 onboard—albeit
with a few caveats. Samsung issued a Note 7 global recall last week of the 2.5 million units it had shipped amid reports that the phablet's batteries could explode or catch fire.

In response, the FAA said it doesn't want you to use or charge the Note 7 while flying, and the agency doesn't want you to put the device in your checked bags, either.

In light of recent incidents and
concerns raised by Samsung about its Galaxy Note 7 devices, the Federal
Aviation Administration strongly advises passengers not to turn on or
charge these devices on board aircraft and not to stow them in any
checked baggage.

Qantas, Jetstar Airways, and Virgin Australia have issued similar Note 7 advisories. Days ago, a Florida family's vehicle caught fire after a Note 7 left in the Jeep exploded.

Rechargeable lithium batteries are in many
electronic gadgets. They can overheat and possibly explode—under a
process known as "thermal runaway"—if they are exposed to increased
temperatures, if they have a manufacturing flaw, or are damaged.

Earlier this year, a UN agency called the
International Civil Aviation Organization barred bulk deliveries of
rechargeable lithium-ion batteries on passenger planes.

Samsung said in a statement
that "We are aware of the Federal Aviation Administration’s statement
about the Galaxy Note 7. Consumer safety and peace of mind are our top
priority. We plan to expedite new shipments of Galaxy Note7 starting
from this week in order to alleviate any safety concerns and reduce any
inconvenience for our customers."

If you're still in the market for a Note 7, here's our review. For more information on the recall, click here.